1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 910 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1200 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model 1200 E
Year Released 1959 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 349 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 145 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 79 L


 

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